Anesthesiology Lifestyle in Illinois
Real insights from 19 Anesthesiology physicians in Illinois on work-life balance, career satisfaction, and what it's really like to practice in this area.
4.0/5
Satisfaction
95%
Would Choose Again
$584k
Avg Comp
48
Avg Hours/Week
What Anesthesiology Physicians in Illinois Say
"I enjoy being able to have my time at home and not have to take any load home with me "
Chicago, Illinois1 years expHospital Employed40 hrs/wkq2
"With the 12 weeks of vacation, the work-life balance is very strong. During the work days, while 10-hour days, they are very reasonable to accomplish. On the other hand, with the amount of vacation afforded, I could either take it to travel, stay home, or work locums in addition, which helps with taxes."
Peoria, Illinois40 years expHospital Employed54 hrs/wk
"I am independent contractor anesthesiologist and interventional pain management doctor. I work any days and hours I want with ability to take extra call for extra money. My contract is 500/hr in conjunction with a home beeper stipend of 2000/day just to be available. I can take as much vacation I want and any requested days off however I take off an average of 6 weeks a year."
CHICAGO, Illinois2 years expLocum Tenens60 hrs/wkweekends_only
What They Love About Anesthesiology in Illinois
"The scope of practice, ability to treat others, work with multiple different specialties within the same day, leadership opportunities, academic opportunities"— Peoria, Illinois • 40 years
"I'm in Chicago, IL. Locums/Independent contractor providing anesthesia and interventional pain services for several hospitals. For the days I work, the hospital has the option to utilize me in any way between pain and anesthesia. For example, I find out the day before that I am in the pain clinic. Or another day they may place me doing OBGYN anesthesia or supervising CRNAS. I do not have the choice. The one thing I do not like is getting follow up calls and questions about injections and medication refills on my free time for which i'm usually not paid. "— CHICAGO, Illinois • 2 years
Most Common Practice Settings in Illinois
Private Practice
7 physicians (37%)
Hospital-employed
5 physicians (26%)
Hospital Employed
4 physicians (21%)
Academic
2 physicians (11%)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Anesthesiology lifestyle like in Illinois?
Based on 19 physicians, Anesthesiology in Illinois averages 4.0/5 satisfaction, 48 hours per week, with 95% saying they'd choose the specialty again. Most practice in Private Practice settings.
How much do Anesthesiology physicians make in Illinois?
Average compensation for Anesthesiology in Illinois is $583,526 based on verified submissions.See detailed salary breakdown →
Should I choose Anesthesiology in Illinois?
With 95% of Anesthesiology physicians in Illinois saying they'd choose again, and 4.0/5 average satisfaction, it shows positive career outlook. Consider factors like practice setting preferences, desired work hours, and call schedule tolerance when deciding.
Location Stats
Location:Illinois
Physicians:19
Satisfaction:4.0/5
Avg Comp:$584k